Tooth Gems: Trend or Liability? with Rachel Hicks, DA II
March 10, 2026 @ 7:00 pm
Zoom
Rachel Hicks is a retired Certified Level II Dental Assistant turned full-time
entrepreneur and industry leader. With experience in orthodontics, general
dentistry, dental sales, and college teaching, she stepped outside the
traditional dental world by launching Canada’s first commercial teeth
whitening studio.
In 60 minutes, let’s break down Drake to Billie Eilish celebrities are flashing tooth gems, and
your patients are copying. What many clinicians dismiss as a passing fad has quickly
become one of the most requested cosmetic services among younger patients.
In this crash course, Rach explores the world of tooth gems: temporary, semi-permanent,
and permanent applications. Attendees will learn the realities behind sourcing products
(from trademarked brands to unregulated suppliers and non-LED adhesives) and the risks
that come with choosing the wrong materials or methods.
This isn’t just about sparkle it’s about safety, liability, and compliance. Whether you want
to add tooth gems as a revenue stream or protect patients from unsafe trends, this session
delivers the practical knowledge you need.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Distinguish between safe and unsafe products, adhesives, and sources.
Explain temporary, semi-permanent, and permanent application methods.
Apply correct techniques for adhering and removing gems safely.
Identify legal, ethical, and liability considerations.
Evaluate whether tooth gems can fit profitably and safely into their practice.
Methodology
Fast-paced and highly visual, this course blends didactic instruction, case reviews, and
product comparisons. Clinical photography and video demonstrations will show step-
by-step placement and removal techniques, while group discussion will cover liability and
patient communication, ensuring providers leave confident about addressing the tooth
gem trend.